Procedure to Configure VIMS 3G® On Certain Cat® Products {7601} Caterpillar

Articulated Truck

735B (S/N: L4D1-UP; T4P1-UP)

740B (S/N: L4E1-UP; T4R1-UP)

740B EJECTOR (S/N: L4F1-UP; T4S1-UP)

Compact Wheel Loader

IT14G2 (S/N: ERP1-UP)

Landfill Compactor

836K (S/N: LWZ1-UP; TWZ1-UP)

Off-Highway Truck/Tractor

770G (S/N: RMD1-UP; ECM1-UP)

772G (S/N: RMH1-UP; LTS1-UP)

777F (S/N: JRP1-UP)

777G (S/N: T5A1-UP; TNM1-UP; RDR1-UP; T4Y1-UP)

793F (S/N: SSP1-UP)

793F AC (S/N: EMD1-UP)

795F AC (S/N: ERM1-UP)

797F (S/N: LAJ1-UP; WSP1-UP)

Quarry Truck

773G (S/N: MWH1-UP; JWS1-UP)

775G (S/N: RFM1-UP; MJS1-UP)

Track-Type Tractor

D11T (S/N: AMA1-UP; MDG1-UP; JEL1-UP; JNS1-UP)

D8T (S/N: MLN1-UP; FCT1-UP)

D9T (S/N: TWG1-UP)

Wheel Dozer

834K (S/N: LWY1-UP; TWY1-UP)

854K (S/N: H9K1-UP; H8M1-UP)

Wheel Loader

950K (S/N: R4A1-UP; J5M1-UP; FER1-UP)

962K (S/N: T6A1-UP; X4T1-UP)

966K (S/N: PBG1-UP; A5S1-UP; TFS1-UP)

966K Series XE (S/N: NGX1-UP)

972K (S/N: PEM1-UP; Z4W1-UP)

980K (S/N: W7K1-UP; GTZ1-UP)

988K (S/N: LWX1-UP; TWX1-UP)

992K (S/N: 8801-UP; H4C1-UP)

994H (S/N: DWC1-UP)

Introduction

The following guide provides instructions on how to configure VIMS 3G.

The following items are necessary to perform the VIMS 3G Configurations:

• Cat ET Version 2013B-v1.0 or Later

• VIMSpc 2013A with master database Version 13.1.1

• Communications Adapter (CAII) or Communications Adapter (CAIII)

Important Safety Information

Work safely. Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance, and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before an accident occurs.

A person must be alert to potential hazards. This person should also have the necessary training, skills, and tools in order to perform these functions properly.

Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this instruction and on the product. If these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons. Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. Therefore, the warnings in this publication and the warnings that are on the product are not all inclusive.

If a tool, a procedure, a work method, or operating technique that is not recommended by Caterpillar is used. Ensure that the tool, procedure, work method, or operating technique is safe to use. Ensure that the product will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation, lubrication, maintenance, or the repair procedures that are used.

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Do not operate or work on this machine unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manual. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is your responsibility.

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Before service work is begun, park the machine on a hard level surface. Block the wheels of the machine so unexpected movement will not occur. Unexpected movement of the machine can cause personal injury or death.

VIMS^® ECM Date, Time, and Time Zone

The Date, Time, and Time Zone on the VIMS^® Main and VIMS Application ECMs can be configured using Cat^® Electronic Technician (Cat ET). Program the Date, Time, and Time Zone on the VIMS Main ECM. The VIMS Application ECM automatically synchronizes the date time and time zone with the VIMS Main ECM.

Perform the following steps to configure the Date, Time, and Time Zone:

1. Open Cat ET.
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   ECM Screen Selection

2. Select the VIMS Main ECM at the ECM Selection Screen and click the "OK" button.

3. Wait until the screen is populated with the list of ECMs on the machine.
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   Cat ET Home Screen

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   VIMS Main ECM Date/Time Screen

4. Click on the "Service" menu. Then, click on "ECM Date/Time".

   Note: If the ECM Date/Time has not been programmed, the screen will initially appear as Invalid/Not Programmed in Cat ET.

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5. Click the "Change" button at the bottom of the screen.
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   Sample ECM Date, Time, and Time Zone

6. Program the desired Date, Time, and Time zone on the VIMS Main ECM and click the "OK" button.

   Note: If the laptop being used to configure the Date and Time has the correct local time, the user can click the "Get PC Date/Time" button in the "Date and Time" pop-up window in order to obtain the date and time. The correct Time Zone will have to be selected from the Time Zone drop-down box. A sample is shown in the Illustration 5.

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   ET Time Confirmation Dialog Box

7. Click the "Yes" button on the ET Time Confirmation dialog box that pops up to confirm the new Date, Time, and Time Zone.
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   VIMS Main ECM Date//Time

8. Verify that the VIMS Main ECM Date/Time screen is updated with the newly programmed Date and Time.

Synchronizing the Service Hour Meter

This section describes how to synchronize the Service Hour Meter on the VIMS Main and VIMS Application ECM with the ECM that is the Service Hour Meter Master on the Machine. The SHM Synchronization can be performed using Cat ET.

Note: After a key cycle, all of the Machine ECMs can take up to 4 minutes to arbitrate and determine which ECM is the SHM Master. Synchronizing the service hour meters of all the ECM's on the machine is best done at least 4 minutes after a key cycle or can be easily done if the machine has already been running for a period greater than 4 minutes.

1. Open Cat ET.
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   ECM Selection Screen

2. Select the VIMS Main ECM at the ECM Selection Screen and click the "OK" tab.

3. Wait until the screen is populated with the list of ECMs on the machine.
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   Cat ET Home Screen

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   SHM Synchronization Page

4. Click on the "Service" menu. Then, click on "Synchronize Service Hour Meters" and wait until the screen is populated with the list of ECMs on the machine.
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   SHM Synchronization Page

5. Click on the "Synchronize" button to synchronize the Service Hour Meters of all the ECMs on the machine.
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   ET Confirmation Dialog Box

6. Click the "Yes" button on the Cat ET confirmation dialog box that pops up.
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   Successful Synchronization

7. Verify that all ECMs successfully synchronize the Service Hour Meter with the SHM Master ECM.

8. Select "OK".
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   SHM Synchronization Page

9. Verify that the Service Hour Meter on the VIMS Main and the VIMS Application ECM match the Service Hour Meter of the other ECMs.

Enabling Telemetry/TMAC

Note: This section is only for users whose machines are either equipped with a Telemetry System or a Cat^®Minestar System that features Minestar Health. All other users can skip over this section.

If a machine is equipped with a Telemetry System, the Telemetry Feature of VIMS will have to be enabled in Cat ET. If a machine is equipped with a Cat^®Minestar System that supports VIMS Health, the TMAC system will have to be enabled with Cat ET.

Perform the following steps to enable Telemetry/TMAC System in Cat ET:

1. Open Cat ET.
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   ECM Selection Screen

2. Select the VIMS Main ECM at the ECM Selection Screen and click the "Ok" tab.

3. Wait until the screen is populated with the list of ECMs on the machine.
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   Cat ET Home Screen

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   Configuration Tool Button

4. Click the Configuration Tool button.
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   VIMS Main Module: General Information

5. Under the VIMS Main Module ECM, select the General Information Heading.
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   Telemetry Port Selection

6. If the Machine is equipped with a Telemetry System, double click on the Telemetry Port Selection parameter value. Configure the value to "Serial Port #2". Then click the "OK" button.
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   ET Confirmation Dialog Box

7. Click "Yes" in the confirmation pop-up window.
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   Telemetry Port Configuration

8. Verify that the Telemetry Port Selection Parameter is set to "Serial Port #2".
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   TMAC Protocol Port Selection for Broadband Radios

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   TMAC Protocol Port Selection

9. If the Machine is equipped with a Cat^®Minestar System that features Minestar Health, the machine will need to be configured. Configuration will be based on the Type of Radio that is connected to the machine. If the machine is equipped with a broadband radio, double click on the "TMAC Protocol Port Selection" parameter value and configure the value to "Ethernet". Alternately if the machine is equipped with a TC-900 radio double click on the TMAC Protocol Port Selection parameter value and configure the value to "CAN Input #2".

   Note: An Additional VIMS configuration file may be necessary if the machine is equipped with a TC-900 radio.

VIMS Main Module Cat ET Configuration

Description Screen

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Description Screen

Software Enabled Attachment Screen

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Software Enabled Attachments Screen

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Factory default is set to "Installed". If VIMS is a standard Installation, the status would read "Installed".

Data Acquisition System collects data from the machine ECMs and from a number of sensors whenever the machine is on.

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Illustration 27 is the VIMS Software Enabled Attachment Status screen. This screen indicates if the SEA has been installed or not installed.

The Data Acquisition System Temporary Installation Status is used temporarily for undergoing upgrades and start-up of a new process used to gather data.

This section when enabled provides a temporary trial time for VIMS. This means when enabled the Data Acquisition System Temporary Installation Time Remaining will be in effect.

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This selection allows the ability to disable or enable the VIMS application.

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The data Acquisition System Temporary Installation Time Remaining is a trial period for VIMS. Normal time is 1500 minutes.

Password Screen

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Passwords protect against VIMS configurations being changed by unauthorized users.

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Password #1 is indented to be "User Name". The default user name is set to "Admin".

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Password #2 is indented to be "Password". The default user name is set to "Admin".

General Information Screen

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The Product ID is vital to the VIMS system configuration settings and the parameters it works with. Product ID is acquired from Advisor at power on, which is set to the machines serial number. Product ID can be changed, however it needs to be the machines serial number this ECM is installed in and always set in uppercase.

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Local name for the machine. What the dealer/customer will refer to the machine as.

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The External Service Lamp Installation Configuration, also referred to as "Blue Lamp", indicates an issue that needs attended to with the machine. This configuration allows for the use of LED or Incandescent Lamps.

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"External Service Lamp Display Mode Setting":

Internet Protocol Screen

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The Internet Protocol is the principal communications protocol in the Internet Protocol suite for relaying datagrams across network boundaries.

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"Ethernet Media Access Control (MAC) Address" identifies VIMS unique hardware number. The MAC address is used by the Media Access Control sub layer of the Data Link Layer (DLC) of telecommunications protocols.

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"Internet Protocol Host Name" allows the user to specify a name for the IP rather than a number string.

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Configuration for the VIMS unique address for the Ethernet

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Internet Protocol (IPv4) Network Mask determines the addressable range that the VIMS ECM communicates with.

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Network Default Gateway Internet Protocol (IPv4) Address is a node on the computer network that the network software uses when an IP address does not match any other routes in the routing table. The VIMS ECM will refer to this node for information.

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Password to connect to VIMS FTP file storage. "admin" is the default setting.

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"Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Enable Status":

The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Enable Status is set to enabled if VIMS 3G ECM is connected to a router or Dynamic Local Area Network. VIMS 3G will accept a dynamic IP address from these sources.

The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Enable Status is set to disabled if VIMS is connected to a switch, 802.11 or cellular modem or otherwise a non-dynamic network.

Maintenance Parameters

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The Maintenance Mode is used to prevent diagnostic and event messages from being reported when performing maintenance on the machine. This value should be reverted to OFF after the servicing is complete. This value also reverts to OFF after 12 calendar hours in order to ensure proper operation (long term) of the system. If an event (diagnostic) does occur when the Maintenance Mode is active, the event (diagnostic) is ignored until the Maintenance Mode is turned OFF. Remember to clear any diagnostic codes that were created during maintenance. If you do not remember, the diagnostic codes will be transmitted once the Maintenance Mode is turned OFF.

PLM Installation Parameters

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Note: The configuration setting shown in the above illustration is only necessary if a Product Link enabled configuration is installed.

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The Machines Serial Number

The Machine Serial Number is used by the Product Link system for routing and displaying information by the machine.

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The DBS Machine Make Code parameter defines the make of the machine where Product Link is installed. Refer to Illustration 50.

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The Dealer Identification Code is utilized by the Product Link system for routing and displaying information so that the information is visible to personnel in a dealership office. Refer to Illustration 51.

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The Registration E-mail Address User name with the Registration E-mail Address Domain defines the E-mail address that should receive confirmation of the machines registration status. Refer to Illustration 52.

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The Registration E-mail Address Domain with the Registration E-mail Address User name defines the E-mail address that should receive confirmation of the machines registration status. Refer to Illustration 53.

PLM Report Configuration Parameters

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PLM Report Configuration Parameters

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The time that an Event/ Diagnostic is reported. (Ex: Every 4 hours). Refer to Illustration 55.

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The Time when a Report is to be sent to the Dealer. Ex: 168 hours. Refer to Illustration 56.

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Note: The "Report Start Time" parameter should be set to generate reports while the machine is powered up to avoid having a time designated for the system to report while the machine is powered down.

Every Day Status Report that is to be sent to the Dealer. Refer to Illustration 57.

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Warning level 3 requires an immediate safe shutdown of the machine in order to avoid damage to the machine or injury to personnel. The problem that caused the event must be corrected before machine operation can resume.

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Warning level 2 requires changing the operation of the machine or performing a maintenance procedure. Failure to correct the problem that caused this warning may damage the components that are involved in the system. The "Warning Level 2 Report Configuration" should read "Report Immediately".

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Warning level 1 alerts the operator that a machine system requires attention. The operator should check the system condition or perform maintenance on the involved system at the earliest possible time. The "Warning Level 1 Report Configuration" should read "Report at Next Scheduled".

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When a diagnostic should be reported select "Diagnostic Report Configuration". Refer to Illustration 61.

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The Operating Hours Report Configuration Status parameter defines whether once-per-day standard message is being sent.

To send the standard message once per day, select the "ON" value. In order to avoid sending a standard message once per day, select the "OFF" value. Refer to Illustration 62.

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The "Number of Daily Machine Location Messages Configuration" parameter defines the number of machine location reports sent to the office. The reports are spread evenly across a 24 hour period with the first report sent at the defined Report Start Time. Currently you can choose to have zero to four position reports sent per day. If the machine has moved less than the position Report Minimum Location Change, Product Link will not send the position report.

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The "Position Report Minimum Location Change" sets the distance the machine must move in order for a position report to be queued.

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The "Global Gram Enable Status" configures how the Product Link sends messages when a ground station is not in view to the satellites. Global grams are used in areas of the world where there are no ground stations for VHF signal reception.

System Settings

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The GPS Fix Validity Time Duration parameter allows users to select the amount of time a GPS fix is required before a position is considered "Valid" or "Invalid".

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The Preferred Wireless Service Configuration parameter allows users to select the correct wireless service for wireless devices.

Digital Input #1 Type Configuration

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Configuration of the Digital Sensor Input #1. Refer to Illustration 70.

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Value should remain "All Conditions". Refer to Illustration 71.

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Description of the Digital Sensor Input #1. Refer to Illustration 72.

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The Delay Time of the Digital Sensor Input #1. Refer to Illustration 73.

Digital Input #2 Configuration

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The configuration of the Digital Sensor Input #2. Refer to Illustration 75.

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This value should remain at "All Conditions". Refer to Illustration 76.

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The Description of the Digital Sensor Input #2. Refer to Illustration 77.

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The Delay Time of the Digital Sensor Input #2. Refer to Illustration 78.

Digital Input #3 Configuration

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The configuration of the Digital Sensor Input #3. Refer to Illustration 80.

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The Monitoring Condition at the Digital Input #3. Value should remain "All Conditions". Refer to Illustration 81.

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The Description of the Digital Sensor Input #3. Refer to Illustration 82.

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The Delay Time of the Digital Sensor Input #3. Refer to Illustration 83.

Digital Input #4 Configuration

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Configuration of the Digital Sensor Input #4. Refer to Illustration 85.

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The Monitoring Condition of Digital Input #4. Refer to Illustration 86.

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Description of the Digital Sensor Input #4. Refer to Illustration 87.

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The Delay Time Of the Digital Sensor Input #4. Refer to Illustration 88.

VIMS Application Module Cat ET Configuration

VIMS Application Module

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The above Illustration 89 shows the supported parameters on the Application Module.

General Information

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General Information provides the Product ID and the Equipment ID parameters as seen in the Illustration 90 above.

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The Product ID is vital to the VIMS system configuration settings and the parameters it works with. Product ID is acquired from Advisor at power on, which is set to the machines serial number. Product ID can be changed, however it needs to be the machines serial number this ECM is installed in, and must be all uppercase. Refer to Illustration 91

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Local name for the machine. What the dealer/customer will refer to the machine as. Refer to illustration 92.

Internet Protocol

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The Internet Protocol section for the application should never change. In order to integrate with third party wireless devices, it is only necessary to change the VIMS Main ECM.

Reference: Special Instruction, REHS7441, "VIMS 3G Third Party Wireless Radio Interfacing for Certain Cat Products".

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Ethernet Media Access Control (MAC) Address identifies VIMS unique hardware number. The MAC address is used by the Media Access Control sub layer of the Data Link Layer (DLC) of telecommunications protocols. Refer to Illustration 94.

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Default password to connect to VIMS File Storage. The Password current value is set to Admin. Refer to Illustration 95.

Payload Control System

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Machines payload control system settings

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The machine Payload Control System Installation Status is intended for SEA's (Software Enabled Attachments). If the Payload Control System is available, then the current value should read Installed.

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The Target Payload is the trucks target payload as specified per Machine OMM.

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Set the Payload Overload Limit to a value between 105% and 120%. This value is used to set the overload limit above the target payload that is allowed before the machine is in gear.

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If Payload Lamps are present in the Green TPMS Lamp Installation Configuration parameters, set this value to LED. If Payload Lamps are not present, set this value to "Not Installed".

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If Payload lamps are present in the Red TPMS Lamp Installation Configuration, set this value to LED. If Payload lamps are not present, set this value to "Not Installed".

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If the Truck Payload Last Pass Indicator Enable Status is set to Enabled and Payload Lamps are present on the machine, then when one more load pass is needed to reach the Target Payload, the Loader will be notified by a Blinking Red Payload Lamp.

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The following options are available for configuring the External Payload Indicator. Each selection differs in the types of messages that are sent to the Scoreboard. The following section shows a table that briefly summarizes these options:

Disabled - When the external payload indicator configuration is set to "Disabled", no telemetry messages will be sent to the display, and therefore the display will never indicate a payload weight.

Reweigh - The "Reweigh" configuration setting will send standard messages for Loads and Cycles. This setting behaves the same as "Count Up – Short Message" with the exception that no telemetry messages will be sent after each individual dipper. The payload weight will only be displayed after the machine has finished loading and has performed a reweigh. Note that Scoreboard does not actually utilize the Cycle messages.

Count Up - Short Message - "Count Up - Short Message" will send standard messages for Dippers, Loads, and Cycles. The Dipper and Load messages will include the payload weight, while the Cycle messages will include information such as Stopped Empty Time, Travel Loaded Distance, Loader Pass Count, etc. The external display will start at 0 when the truck is empty, and will display the current payload weight after each Dipper or Load message. Note that even though all of these messages are being sent, Scoreboard does not actually utilize the Cycle messages.

Count - Up - "Count Up" will send enhanced messages for Dippers, Loads, and Cycles. In addition to the payload weight, Dipper and Load messages will include a timestamp, flash duration for the display, and GPS information. In addition to their standard information, Cycle messages will also include the payload weight, a timestamp, and GPS information. The external display will start at "0" when the truck is empty, and will display the current payload weight after each Dipper or Load message. Note that even though a significant amount of information is being sent, the Scoreboard only utilizes the Payload Weight and the Flash Time.

Count - Down - "Count Down" will send enhanced messages for Dippers, Loads, and Cycles. In addition to the payload weight, Dipper and Load messages will include a timestamp, flash duration for the display, and GPS information. In addition to their standard information, Cycle messages will also include the payload weight, a timestamp, and GPS information. When set to "Count Down", the external display will start at the target payload weight when the truck is empty and will update after each Dipper and Load to display the remaining weight until full (i.e., the display will show the target weight minus the current payload weight). Note that even though a significant amount of information is being sent, the Scoreboard only utilizes the Payload Weight and the Flash Time.

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Second Gear - Second Gear Reweigh is when the machine reaches second gear the payload is reweighed and locked in at that value.

Speed - Speed is mandatory for an electric drive truck. When an electric drive truck reaches a certain speed the payload is reweighed and locked in at that value.

Under the Loader - "Under the Loader" reweigh takes place after the truck completes loading and the speed of the mechanical-drive truck reaches 1.6 kph or above. The payload is reweighed and that value is locked in at that time.

When Payload exceeds the target payload weight, VIMS will command the scoreboard to flash on and off. The flashing should stop when the reweigh is complete and VIMS sends the scoreboard the final load message.

Note: Do not change an Electric Drive Truck out of Speed based reweigh mode.

If an electric drive is set up for "Second Gear" reweigh, instead of a Speed base reweigh, the reweigh will not happen. The scoreboard would not receive the final payload message. This will cause the scoreboard to continue flashing on the last payload dipper message.

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For the Front Axle Strut Pressure to Payload Weight Ratio Configuration, if the mine site has performed a Payload Study on the machine and determined this value for the truck, then set the value at the determined value otherwise leave it as configured by the factory.

Road Analysis System

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Road Analysis System parameters for RAC. Road Analysis Control (RAC) is an information product that allows the customer to monitor haul road conditions and improve large mining truck performance, productivity and safety while lowering repair, maintenance costs and downtime. Integrated with the VIMS, RAC provides real-time feedback to the operator about haul road conditions which are detrimental to cycle times and power train, frame, suspension components, and tires.

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Set the Road Analysis System Installation Status value to "Installed" to Enable RAC (Road Analysis Control).

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The Road Analysis Severity Selection can be set to any value between 1 and 3. Refer to Illustration 108. At level 1, the threshold for the RAC events is the lowest and at level 3, the threshold is the highest. Most mine sites prefer to set the road analysis severity at level 3.

• Definition of Level 1: Highest level of sensitivity for RAC events.

• Definition of Level 2: Medium level of sensitivity for RAC events.

• Definition of Level 3: Lowest level of sensitivity for RAC events.

Tire Analysis System

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Tire analysis system parameters

Note: In Cat ET 2013B the tire analysis system settings will only show down to the "Tire Analysis System Temporary Installation Time Remaining". When the system installation status is set to "Installed/Enabled", the rest of the parameters in Illustration 109 will appear.

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Tire Analysis System, also known as "Tire Kilometer Per Hour" (TKPH) or "Tire Mile Per Hour" (TMPH), values are provided by the tire manufacturer.

Note: For more information, refer to.Special Instruction, REHS2662, "VIMS TKPH/TMPH Monitoring".

Set the Tire Analysis System value to "Installed" to Enable TKPH (Tire Analysis).

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The "Tire Analysis System Temporary Installation Status" is used temporarily for undergoing upgrades and start-up of a new process used to gather data.

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The Illustration 112 shows that the "Analysis System Customer Enable Status" when enabled provides a temporary trial time for VIMS. This means when enabled the Data Acquisition System Temporary Installation Time Remaining will be in effect.

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Tire Analysis System Temporary Installation Time Remaining gives the time that software has active on the machine.

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The Machine Weight-Speed Averaging Duration value can be set to any value between 1 and 8, 4 is the preferred value for TKPH calculation. Refer to Illustration 114.

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If the machine has any add-ons that would add weight to the truck, this value can be changed to the actual empty weight of the truck as determined by the mine site.

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If the machine has any add-ons that would add weight to the truck, this value can be changed to the actual empty weight of the truck as determined by the mine site.

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This is the Loaded Machine Rear Axle Weight Distribution.

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Select Front Tire Model. Refer to Illustration 118.

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Metric Units Value Subtract 100 from the Front Tire Activation Threshold that was selected based on the range specified above.

U.S Units Value Subtract 70 from the Front Tire Activation Threshold that was selected based on the range specified above.

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Select Rear Tire Model. Refer to Illustration 120.

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Metric Units Value Subtract 100 from the Front Tire Activation Threshold that was selected based on the range specified above.

U.S Units Value Subtract 70 from the Front Tire Activation Threshold that was selected based on the range specified above:

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This is the speed limit that will be imposed on the machine if the Tires get too hot.

VIMS Communicator Configuration

Home Screen

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• The Home embedded web page will display within the VIMS 3G Connect application and provide details about the VIMS 3G hardware, software, and configuration on the machine.

• Software part number, configuration part number, and hardware part number are for the VIMS Main ECM.

• Model Code identifies the machine type.

• Product ID is user configurable usually it is the machines serial number. Refer to Illustration 34.

• Equipment number is user configurable in Cat ET. Refer to Illustration 35.

• Date and Time are set in Cat ET. Refer to the section "VIMS ECM Date, Time, and Time Zone" of the Special Instruction.

• SMH can be synchronized with the machines master. Refer to the section "Synchronizing the Service Hour Meter" of the Special Instruction.

• App. Module Software Part #, App. Hardware Part #, App Module Config-file Part # are for the VIMS Application ECM.

Web Page Measurement Setting Preferences

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• In order to set your unit measurement system preferences, select the drop-down arrow and choose either SI Units (Metric) or US Units (Standard). Currently the only language preference is in English and is noted "en" in the drop-down to the right of the unit selection.

Real Time Parameters Tab

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The Real Time Parameters function provides a "real" time display of the parameters being monitored by VIMSpc. You can choose to view all the parameters or parameters for a specific system.

Communicator Tab

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• This feature allows files to be pushed to a remote FTP server.

• Configurable to set which files are pushed and when they are pushed with scheduled or manual intervals also allowing optional data files reset after a successful push/download.

Auto File Download

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• Configure the web page based on how each of the files need to be downloaded/reset. Click the "Apply"button at the bottom of the page to save the settings.

• Scheduled files can be downloaded hourly, daily, or weekly. See Automatic Schedule Settings.

Automatic Schedule Settings

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• If Hourly downloads are desired every 2-hours, configure the Hourly setting to 2. If Daily downloads are required at 7:00 A.M, 1:00 P.M and 7:30 P.M configure the Daily downloads accordingly.

• The "Hour" drop-down allows selections of numbers 0 through 23. The "Minute" drop-down allows selections of numbers 0 through 59. The "DayOfWeek" drop-down allows selections of Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, etc.

Manual File Download

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• Click within the boxes to select the files to download and/or reset. Next click the "Apply" button to initiate the manual file download.

• A confirmation message should appear stating that, "Manual file download configuration was saved and file download started."

Settings

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• Configure the Settings page with the IP address, user name, and password of the FTP server. Configure the path where the files will be sent. Click the "Apply" button at the bottom of the page to save the settings.

Status

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• View the current PC time and date as well as a work order count and status of the communicator feature.

XIM Tab

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• Used to configure different types of GPS devices, Cat^®Minestar and view related statistics.

GEO Transfer File Upload

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This GEO transfer file is site-specific. The Tab is used to load the site-specific geo transform file. Refer to Illustration 133.

MS9xx AppFile

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• This App File is used for the HPGPS Conversion for the world coordinates from LLH to the local site-specific NEE coordinates. The appfile is loaded when used with MS352, MS952, and MS992 series receivers as part of the Minestar system. Default app files can be downloaded from the Minestar section of SIS Web and will require a sites .dc file to be imported before use.

CMR Status

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• Set up the UDP port to the site for corrections. Common to HPGPS and LPGPS.

Cat^® Minestar System Parameters

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• Specific IP addresses and Port number, used for TMAC messaging. This will be the MineStar Office IP address.

LPGPS Info: Low Precision Global Positioning System

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• This page displays LPGPS information.

Note: Need to upload GEO transfer files to get the site-specific information. Cat^® MineStar must have values in NEE format.

Note: GPS time must be synchronized with the ECM clock.

HPGPS Parameters 1: High Precision GPS

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• Used to display GPS positioning information.

HPGPS Parameter 2

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• This webpage is a continuation of the HPGPS parameter webpage displaying GPS information.

LPGPS Statistics

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• Counts the received GPS information and the sent corrections.

HPGPS Statistics

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• Counts the received GPS information and the sent corrections.

TMAC Statistics

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• This page displays sent and received TMAC messaging information.

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Note: If TMAC is disabled, the above screen will appear. TMAC can be enabled in Cat ET. Reference section "Enabling Telemetry/TMAC".

GPS Correction

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This web page describes statistical information about the correction information that VIMS is receiving from the base station and sending to the GPS receiver.

Rx Count - The number of correction messages that VIMS successfully sends to the GPS receiver.

Tx Count - The number of correction messages that VIMS has successfully received.

Rx Error Count - The number of correction messages that VIMS fails to send to the GPS receiver.

Tx Error Count - The number of correction messages that VIMS fails to receive from the GPS receiver.

Availability - The percentage of correction messages successfully received and sent by VIMS over the past one minute, 10 minutes, or 60 minutes.

Lost - The total number of correction messages lost by VIMS over the past one minute, 10 minutes, or 60 minutes.

Tracking Loop and Positioning Engine

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The "Tracking Loop & Positioning Engine" setting relates to a filter within the GPS receiver. The web page gives the customer the option to select which type of filter is being used in the GPS receiver. The selection has a minimal effect on VIMS and will not alter the use of the VIMS software. The default option is "Low Dynamic Tracking Loop with Kalman Filter". The options are as follows:

• Low Dynamic Tracking Loop with Kalman Filter

• Low Dynamic Tracking Loop without Kalman Filter

• High Dynamic Tracking Loop

• Receiver Default

"Tracking Loop" relates to the GPS receivers ability to estimate the delay and phase of the incoming signal in order to better synchronize itself with the signal. Low Dynamic tracking loops may be more precise, while High Dynamic tracking loops are more suitable for applications that will involve high levels of acceleration.

Adding a Kalman Filter will allow the GPS receiver to use predictions and calculations of uncertainty over time in order to provide more accurate values than single measurements alone.

ECMINFO Tab

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• Provides information regarding the ECM Serial Number and Software Number.

• Information regarding the CDL and J1939.

• ECM 1 is VIMS Main, ECM 2 is VIMS Application.

• ECM 3 or more will contain information from other ECM's on its associated data link.

GPS Info Tab

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• Allows selection of GPS source.

- HPGPS will be selected for MS352, MS952, and MS992 series GPS receivers used with the Minestar System.

- LPGPS will be selected for SK8 series receivers.

Note: Make the GPSInfo selection first. Key cycle the machine and then select XIM tab setting preferences.

Payload Status Tab

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• Once a truck is loaded, the store button is pressed and the truck information and bucket load information is sent to VIMS for storage.

• VIMS stores truck, load site, and delay code information configurable through a VIMS 3G webpage.

• SHOWS real-time status updates of various payload parameters.

- Payload State

- Strut Pressures

• Displays cycle information for the current cycle.

- Empty, Loading, Loaded, and Cycle time and distance values.